Innovative Mobility Integration App 'mixway Package' Unveiled to Support Communities

Introduction of 'mixway Package'

Val Lab, headquartered in Suginami, Tokyo, has introduced an innovative service called 'mixway Package'. This integrated mobility application is tailored for municipalities eager to implement Mobility as a Service (MaaS) models. The application serves as a comprehensive platform that combines various functions such as regional travel information, secondary transportation search and reservation, payment processing, digital tickets, and promotional coupons, all accessible via the widely-used LINE messaging app.

What is 'mixway Package'?

The 'mixway Package' is not just about building an application from scratch; it represents a modular approach. By leveraging existing functionalities, municipalities can significantly cut down on development time and costs. For instance, creating a specialized application with payment features traditionally takes about six months. However, with 'mixway Package', this period is reduced to approximately three months. Utilizing LINE as the foundation offers psychological ease to end-users, simplifying the adoption process and enhancing user engagement. Users can view information, make reservations, process payments, and present tickets, all directly within the LINE interface, significantly improving convenience.

Background and Market Need

As populations decline and demographics shift toward an aging society, securing reliable transportation solutions has become increasingly challenging. In particular, local public transportation systems face hurdles such as declining user rates and a lag in digital transformation. Issues like inconsistent information, insufficient cashless payment options, and brutal data utilization highlight the urgency to innovate. Addressing these concerns with a focus on practical solutions, Val Lab has capitalized on its extensive experience in the MaaS sector to launch a cost-effective mobility integration app that promises to uplift local transportation systems.

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Illustrative Use Case

Imagine a local community where individuals can plan their trips seamlessly using a single app. By integrating local transportation services and simplifying access to multiple mobility options, communities can enhance public engagement without the complexity typically involved in launching new tech solutions.

Val Lab's Commitment to MaaS

Val Lab is dedicated to advancing MaaS initiatives through cohesive app development services, including the 'mixway Package', multi-route search capabilities with 'mixway API', and reservation management with 'mixway Booking'. These services aim not only to support travel operators but also to transform Japan’s transport systems into data-centric, user-friendly platforms. By applying the expertise gained from the 'Eki-Supa-Ato' project, Val Lab envisions a future where tailored transport solutions foster an efficient travel ecosystem.

Discover more about Val Lab’s MaaS initiatives here.

About Val Lab

Founded in 1976, Val Lab originally launched the route search system, 'Eki-Supa-Ato', for MS-DOS. Since then, the company has expanded significantly, partnering with over 120,000 organizations by leveraging reliable public transport data. Recently, the company has broadened its focus to accommodate new mobility solutions, including shared bicycles, solidifying its commitment to developing the next generation of route search systems and immersive MaaS services.